Please excuse the mess. We (repaint) the house all week and haven’t had chance to clear everything up yet.

Cross out the unnecessary word in the sentences.- We’re definitely not going to miss the train. There’s no way we can get to the station in time.

If only it ________ possible for us to take a year off work. I’d love to travel around the world and take a break from it all. (be)

Although I was scared out of my _____, I knew I had to make it to the top of the mountain.

Richard’s such a people ___________ that I’m sure he’ll make a wonderful teacher and maybe in the future, even a head teacher.

Despite having worked as a psychologist for over thirty years, Martina admits it’s impossible to truly u ______________ h ________ n _____ .

I see your p__________ – they do make it easier for people to stay connected but I’m still not c________ that they’re doing more good than harm.

Complete the second question so that it means the same as the first.- How much did you have to pay for your car? Your sentence- I’d be interested to know

We’re not sure where to go on holiday. We are visiting/might visit Croatia as I’ve heard it’s very beautiful.

John definitely has the computer k______ -h________ to fix any IT problems you are having. Shall I give him a ring?

Basically/ According to an article I’ve just read, smartphones are making our society more disconnected and reducing communication

Complete the second question so that it means the same as the first. - How long did it take you to make their wedding cake? Your sentence-Can I ask.....?

Do you happen to know if Doug (start) his new job yet or not? I can’t remember when he said his first day was.